LIL'OLD C.: Play Ball!

Lil'Old C.

Play Ball!

© 2004 Carl Parker (825346369426)

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This CD is a collaboration of hit tunes that will not only mark the growth of this young artist, but also showcase a variety of styles that are sure to make him one of the most talked about mc's in the game.

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You may remember the name from one of several articles in local and national perodicals or from concerts performed by him on various stages since the release of his first single CD in 1999. "Never too young!" After which he released his sophomore CD in 2002, entitled "A Kids Life." Now we give you one of the most talented kid-rap CD's on the market, "Play Ball!" Compared to the likes of a young Will Smith, Lil'C continues to earn the respect of his peers and s for the positive messages he conveys through the medium of rap. Lil' Old C is definitely doing his part, now it is time for us to do ours? Get your copy of "Play Ball!" the NEW CD Today!

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ARTICLES:

*Virginian Pilot- Interviewed by Jeff Maisey (Aug. 26, 2005)
*Nine Volt Magazine- 2nd runner up for "Best Urban Hip-Hop Local." (2005)
*Daily Press newspaper (N.N. VA)
Interviewed by Wil Laveist (2005)
*Hampton Roads Voice newspaper
Interviewed by Kareen Taylor (2005)
*Nine Volt Magazine- Record Review (VA Beach) Sept. 7, 2004
Interviewed by Bill Bass
*Daily Press newspaper (N.N. VA) Sept. 3, 2004
Interviewed by Sam McDonald
* Virginian Pilot (Norfolk, VA)
Interviewed by Lane Degregory
*Word Up! Magazine (NJ)
Interviewed by Danny Zimmermann
*Kriselen Entertainment (kriselen.com)
Interviewed by Heather Sconza

PERSONAL APPEARANCES/ SHOWS(2004-2006)

*Jan. 6, 2006- Guest performer for "youth rap session" held at Rodney Cheeseman's Karate Studio. Hampton, VA.
*Nov. 5th, 2005- Mega-Birthday party for Lil'Old C. (13)
*Oct. 22nd, 2005- Guest performer for "Wild Life" fest held at Sandy Bottom Nature Park. Hampton, VA.
*Sept. 24, 2005- Special Guest at "Deen's Days fest" held at Aberdeen School, Hampton, VA.
*Sept. 1, 2005- Guest performer at Langley AFB, "Youth Services" Hampton, VA
*Aug. 29, 2005- Guest performer for "Navy Boys & s Club" Portsmouth, VA.
*Aug. 27, 2005- Guest performer for "Back to School Jam" sponsored by 6th House, Hampton, VA.
*Aug. 22, 2005- Guest performer for "Youth Services" Ft. Eustis, VA.
*Aug. 20, 2005- Guest performer at Newport News City park fest. sponsored by Councilwoman Sharon Scott.
*Aug. 16, 2005- Guest performer for "North Hampton Community Ctr. summer camp. Hampton, VA.
*Aug. 7, 2005 "National Kids Day Fest" Naval Station Oceana, Norfolk, VA.
*Aug. 1, 2005- Performing for "Y.H.Thomas" summer camp. Hampton, VA
*July 25, 2005- Performing for "West Hampton, Ctr- Summer Camp." Hampton, VA.
*July 18, 2005- Performing for "Aberdeen Playgrounds- Summer program." Aberdeen School, Hampton, VA.
*June 21, 2005- Intervied by "Don Roberts" of WAVY-TV-10, Portsmouth, VA.
*June 4, 2005- Guest performer at "Childrens Festival" sponsored by Portsmouth City Park.
*May 27, 2005- Guest performer at S.O.L rally- Cooper Elementary school- Hampton.
*May 22, 2005- Guest performer at AAU Tournament, held at Lindsay Middle school.
*May 13, 2005- Performed for "Relay for Life" sponsored by national cancer society. Darling Stadium- Hampton.
*May 7, 2005- Performed for "get your move on," sponsored by City of Hampton.
*Feb. 17, 2005- Performed for "Black History" program. sponsored by the juvenile detention ctr. N.N.VA.
*Jan. 29th, 2005- Performed for the Tsunami relief fundraiser. Coliseum mall, Hampton, VA. (1pm)
*Jan. 12, 2005- Special guest performer at Hampton's City Council meeting.
*Dec. 4 (4pm) Midtown Community Center, Newport News, VA
*Nov. 20 (2:30pm)Statewide PTA Convention- Renaissance Hotel, Portsmouth, VA
*Boys Club, 1815 Shell Rd. Hpt. VA Oct. 30, 2004
*Harvest Fest at West Hampton Community Ctr. Oct. 29
*Fall Festival- Sandy Bottom Park- Oct. 23, 2004
*Performed at Doris Miller Community Ctr. "Anti and crime pep rally" Oct. 18, 2004
*Performed at Cheerleading competition, Denbigh High School, Newport News, Virginia. Oct. 3, 2004
*Deen's Day Festival- Sept. 25, Aberdeen School. Hampton
*Interviewed by Michelle Delk of Hot 91 NSU Radio- Sept. 22
*Performed on WVEC-TV-13 news Sept. 15, 2004
Interviewed by Joe Flanagan.

WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR MORE PLACES TO PERFORM! (EMAIL IF INTERESTED)

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  • Father-son hustle isallabout character,success
    author: Dailypress newspaper, Wil LaVeist

    Father-son hustle is all about character, success Carl Parker and Lil’Old C are more than a father-and-son rap music team. They’re two hustlers. Sure, kids and even grandparents love their music, but they’re still hustlers. I found this out hanging with them on a Saturday morning before a show. The Parker’s were at their hub- Custom Cuts barbershop, 2710A Build America Drive in Hampton- where they hone shills between customers. “Rack ‘em up for him, C,” Parker says to his son as we stand around the pool table. “You know how to shoot pool?” he asks me. “I mean, he (Lil’Old C) can play a little, but he’s still learning.” Come on, now. I’m from New York and was just living in Chicago, remember? I know a little something about this game. I also know a hustle when I see one. “Yeah, you did say you’re from New York,” Parker says. A customer steps in at the shop. “What’s up Calhoun?” Parker asks and walks over to cut Calhoun’s hair. Lil’Old C and me start to shoot a few games and talk. Now in sixth grade, Lil’Old C (AKA Walter Carl “CJ” Parker Jr.) has been rapping since age 5, following his dad, who rapped back in the 1980s under the name “Cool Carl.” Dad now finances and manages his protégé’s career. Lil’Old C has three CD; the latest, “Play Ball,” was released this summer. At age 6, the young rapper became a local favorite and received national attention when he performed in a kids talent show on the former “Jenny Jones” show. This year, with his father at his side and backing from his mom Tishawna, Lil’Old C has been performing at community centers, festivals and group functions. Later that day, he would perform at the state PTA convention at the Renaissance Hotel in Portsmouth. Anything special planned for the show? “We’re just going to do what we do,” Lil’Old C says. “Just do what we do best from the CD.” You and your dad are collaborating on the lyrics more now. “Yeah, he asks me what I want the song to be about, and we go through ideas,” Lil’Old C says. “He asks me a question, and I answer it. I write something, and he answers it.” And your message is all positive. “Kids listen to raps, and then they go around, rapping what they hear,” he says. “I just want them to talk about something positive. I’m too young to be talking about all that negative stuff.” He pauses to line up his shot. I’m going to hit that 10 in the corner pocket,” he says. Yeah, OK, let’s see what you’ve got. The shot is awkward, so Lil’Old C grabs the bridge to help guide his cue. He hits the cue ball, and it hits the 10, which drops in. The little hustler just smiles. The barbershop is where the father and son spend many of their hours refining a special bond. The walls are adorned with photos of Lil’Old C performing and pictures of local sports legends, like Allen Iverson, who have gotten haircuts there. As Parker cuts hair and shoots the breeze with regular patrons, Lil’Old C handles his business. He sweeps up and manages his own store in the shop, selling soda, snacks, ships and hair supplies. He also supervises his 6-year-old sister’s business, Zaria’s Fine Jewelry and Watches, and the hat shop of his 10-year-old brother, Nick. “He (Lil’Old C) makes money, and then what he does is spread the money around to different business ventures,” Parker said. “He sits on the floor on the 19th of every month, he tallies up all of the sales and what he has to pay in taxes. He take the Virginia form of taxes, tells me what I owe and I sign the check. A promotional flier describes Lil’Old C as more than a rapper. Along with being an entrepreneur, he’s also into martial arts. Most important, he’s an honor student. The Eaton Middle School sixth-grader recently received five A’s and a B on his report card. “I just try to teach them (his children) that you’ve go the chance to do whatever you want to do,” says Parker, who usually has at least one of his children with him when he’s out and about. “My goal for my kids is not to push them hard, but for them to end up four times what I am. I just want him to parlay what he has back down to his brother and sister.” So the father-and-son hustle is about character and being successful in life. “That’s my angle,” Parker says. “Just be what you need to be. At the same time, it would be nice to see him on TV, rapping and singing and dancing. But if rapping doesn’t work, we’re planning for bigger than that.” Back to the pool table, Lil’Old C sets up for a combination shot. He smacks the cue ball. Two balls roll in. “Good shot, C,” Dad says. The little hustler beats me two out of three games. Wil LaVeist can be reached at 757-247-7840 or by e-mail at wlaveist@dailypress.com

  • This Lil' boy is going Places!
    author: Jason Jones

    I was amazed at the range of topics Lil' Old C covered in his cd! Everything from playing with his friends, to praying for world peace and all with great skills!! This kid is doing it REAL B.I.G.!!!

  • Lil'Old C still doing his thing!
    author: Sam McDonald, Daily Press newspaper

    Lil'Old C, a rapper and 11-year-old student at Eaton Middle School in Hampton, has a new 10-track CD in local stores. "Play Ball!!" includes tunes such as "My Childhood," "Breaking 05," "My Life," and "A Kids Prayer." Lil'Old C- also known as C.J. Parker- created the disc with his dad, Carl Parker. He is understandably proud of his work. "After seven weeks of recording, I feel this CD is a complete success," the young rapper said. "I've never seen so many positive (yet hip-hop) songs on one CD."

  • crazy!
    author: SHERRELLE

    WHOA! WHOA! "C" DID IT AGAIN. IMMA HAVE TO COP THAT. IM GOING LOOK OUT FOR YOU IN THE FUTURE CAUSE YOU GOING PLACES. H0FFA!

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